Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (237 Rentals)

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University City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $680. Mason on Chestnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$680
Mason on ChestnutPodsStudio,$750
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Spruce Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
University City AssociatesStudioStudio,1BA$940
Mt Vernon Manor Phase IIMt. Vernon II2BR,1BA$955
Fairfax ApartmentsStudio | Classic JRStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, PA

As of March 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Lofts at Brewerytown in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 3 Model at West Village starting at $1,980 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Brewerytown2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.03
West Village33BR,2BA$1.24
3839 Hamilton St, Unit 33839 Hamilton St4BR,2BA$1.25
3210 Baring St, Unit 32103210 Baring St2BR,1BA$1.13
1265 N Newkirk StUnit F2BR,2BA$1.52
1213 S 46th St, Unit 1st Floor1213 S 46th St1BR,1BA$1.33
The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)2 x 2 Standard2BR,2BA$1.51
Mt Vernon Manor Phase IIMt. Vernon II2BR,1BA$1.39
University City AssociatesStudioStudio ,1BA$1.57
Spruce Hall1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #30

Among neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University City is at Mason on Chestnut listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment is $680 at Student Housing - Newly Renovated.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University City is starting from $955 at Mt Vernon Manor Phase II.

What is the most affordable University City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hamilton Court and starts from $1,330.

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